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Treat and dispose of rejects and tailings

Treat and dispose of rejects and tailings

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIWBP201D
State Code
WH743
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/05/2014
Field of Education
039901 - Environmental Engineering
Original Release Date
28/05/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to treat and dispose of rejects and tailings in Coal and Metalliferous mining and Extractive.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for the treatment and disposal of rejects and tailings
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply treatment and disposal of rejects and tailings documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and clarify mineralogical data
  • 1.3 Obtain, read , interpret and clarify work instructions
  • 1.4 Inspect and prepare work area in coordination with others
  • 1.5 Identify and acquire required materials, equipment and personnel
  • 1.6 Identify, address and report environmental issues, potential hazards and risks
  • 1.7 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Carry out treatment and disposal
  • 2.1 Communicate and coordinate activities with others at the site throughout the work activities
  • 2.2 Carry out pre-start, start-up and shutdown procedures
  • 2.3 Monitor and adjust the displacement or addition of water to maintain the disposal of rejects
  • 2.4 Monitor and adjust the displacement or addition of additives to materials to maintain the treatment and disposal of tailings
  • 2.5 Monitor and adjust the addition of settling and clarity agents to maintain density prior to disposal of tailing
  • 2.6 Dispose of rejects and tailings
  • 2.7 Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms
  • 2.8 Continually monitor hazards and risks , and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
3. Carry out post-operational procedures
  • 3.1 Inspect, fault find and report faults
  • 3.2 Carry out operator maintenance, servicing and housekeeping tasks
  • 3.3 Maintain process and pass on records and reports
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB544 RIIWBP201A Treat and dispose of rejects and tailings Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODB79 RIIWBP201E Treat and dispose of rejects and tailings Unit of competency